Cincinnati Mayor Aftab Pureval will face Cory Bowman, the half-brother of Vice President JD Vance, in the upcoming November general election after both emerged as the top two vote-getters in the recent nonpartisan primary. Pureval, who was the dominant front-runner, led Bowman by about 70 percentage points with over 80% of votes counted, while Republican Brian Frank was eliminated by finishing third. The city’s primary rules dictate that only the top two candidates advance.
Pureval emphasized the need for a “substantive and healthy debate of ideas” as they head toward the general election, expressing pride in the progress Cincinnati has made during his tenure. He previously won the 2021 mayoral election with nearly 66% of the vote and is seen as a rising figure in the Democratic Party. He has a background as a former special assistant U.S. attorney, congressional candidate, and Hamilton County clerk of courts.
Cory Bowman, 36, is a newcomer to politics, having founded an evangelical church and owning a coffee shop in the city. He cited his half-brother’s inauguration as an inspiration for his political ambitions. Although Vance did not actively participate in Bowman’s campaign, he publicly endorsed him on social media, calling him a “good guy” with a commitment to the community.
In addition to the primary results, voters in Cincinnati and across Ohio approved State Issue 2, which reauthorizes a $2.5 billion program for infrastructure improvements, covering roads and bridges over the next decade. This outcome reflects a broader concern about local infrastructure needs alongside the political developments in Cincinnati.
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